Bopomofo – Chinese
Bopomofo is a vibrant sanctuary for tea lovers, where the rhythmic shake of ice and the sweet, toasted aroma of honey-roasted oolong create an inviting, modern buzz. Artisanal brews like floral jasmine and rich Assam milk tea are reimagined with playful sophistication, from the velvety indulgence of brown sugar pudding to the bright, herbaceous zing of strawberry basil ginger lemonade. Each hand-crafted cup offers a refreshing balance of tradition and innovation, making it a destination where craft tea culture feels both deeply comforting and refreshingly bold.
841 West Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel CA 91776 https://bopomofocafe.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Bopomofo
Dairy-Free at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naked Tots, Vegetarian Popcorn Chicken and Shaken Espresso. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shaken Espresso, Ba-La Matcha and Vineyard Green Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 30 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naked Tots, Nori Fish Sandwich and Vegetarian Popcorn Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Jasmine Tea and Assam Milk Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Jasmine Tea, Vineyard Green Tea and Assam Milk Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naked Tots, Shaken Espresso and Strawberry Basil Ginger Lemonade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 29 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naked Tots, Vegetarian Popcorn Chicken and Hey Sesame Milk. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Bopomofo
Bopomofo in San Gabriel has 11 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shaken Espresso, Jasmine Tea and Ba-La Matcha. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bopomofo
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Carrot Cake Latte | 149.6 g | 35.5 g |
| Scallion Pancake Chicken Wrap | 14.1 g | 25.2 g |
| Spicy Taiwanese Chicken Sandwich | 7.4 g | 16.3 g |
| Popcorn Chicken | 15.1 g | 13.3 g |
| Coffee Milk Tea | 44.3 g | 12.6 g |
| Matcha Latte | 33 g | 12 g |
| Spicy Popcorn Chicken | 10.5 g | 11.9 g |
| Hojicha Latte | 63 g | 11.5 g |
| The Triple Strawberry Matcha | 94.3 g | 9.7 g |
| Shaken Espresso | 51.2 g | 9.1 g |
| Black Sesame Latte | 62.3 g | 4.2 g |
| Assam Milk Tea | 5 g | 3.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the kitchen's dedication to quality, particularly praising the fresh burgers that showcase a clear pride in preparation. Reviewers highlight the intimate and pleasant setting, noting that the accommodating and timely service makes for a consistently enjoyable dining experience.
Menu
Classic Teas
- Jasmine Tea: Light, refreshing, and floral Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Jasmine Milk Tea: Light, refreshing, & floral; a touch of silkiness
- Assam Tea: Robust & earthy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Assam Milk Tea: Robust & earthy; a touch of silkiness Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Honey Roasted Oolong Tea: Earthy & aromatic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Paleo, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Honey Roasted Oolong Milk Tea: Earthy & aromatic; a touch of silkiness Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Premium Signatures
- Brown Sugar Pudding Milk Tea: Creamy; decadent caramel & brown sugar with homemade egg pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Strawberry Basil Ginger Lemonade: Citrusy & refreshing; ginger spiced lemonade with strawberry basil bits Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Taro Sweet Milk: Nutty & creamy; real taro paste with lactose-free milk and a splash of beet juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Blueberry Orange Green Tea: Refreshing & fruity; real blueberry compote mixed with orange juice & green tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Hojicorn Latte: Creamy; cold pressed corn juice, sweetened milk, homemade sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Hey Sesame Milk: Warm & nutty; black sesame and honey puree, and lactose-free milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Hojicha Latte: Roasted green tea with milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Strawberry Corn Milk: Corn juice, sweetened milk, and strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Orange Wang!: Like a creamsicle; shaken citrus vanilla milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Premium Matcha
- Carrot Matcha Latte: Real carrot juice, slightly sweet, balanced with ceremonial matcha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Volumetrics
- Ba-La Matcha: Refreshing & tropical balanced with ceremonial matcha; guava nectar and lactose-free milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Matcha Latte: Earthy, sweet and milky Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Matcha Soda: Sparkling water and ceremonial matcha Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Mint Matcha Latte: Cool & refreshing; fresh mint muddled with oat milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Premium Espresso
- Brown Sugar Buzz: Espresso with brown sugar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Shaken Espresso: Chilled shaken espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Coffee Milk Tea: Blend of coffee and milk tea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Sprola: Espresso based specialty drink Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Main Courses
- Taiwanese Chicken Sandwich: Fried chicken on a bun with Taiwanese spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Taiwanese Chicken Sandwich: Spicy fried chicken on a bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Walnut Shrimp Burger: Shrimp patty with honey walnut sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Beef Noodle Sandwich: Homemade Chinese braised beef shank, sliced and stacked on a large toasted hoagie roll with melted havarti cheese and crispy onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heritage Braised Pork Belly: Compart Farms Heritage Pork Belly and shiitake mushrooms served with pickled mustards greens, soy marinated egg, and fried onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hainan Chicken Tacos: Shredded homemade hainan chicken, ginger scallion salsa, sweet chili sauce, crispy fried chicken rice, sweet picked cilantro, on warm blue corn tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallion Pancake Chicken Wrap: Salt-pepper chicken tender, scrambled egg, fresh thai basil, wrapped in a homemade scallion pancake with sweet soy glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nori Fish Sandwich: Juicy cod filet fried in a light batter dusted with aonori flakes, melted cheddar cheese, and house tartar sauce on a buttery brioche bun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers & Sides
- Vegetarian Popcorn Chicken: Big juicy bites of marinated vegetarian chicken dusted with house blend spicy seasoning and served with thai chili aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popcorn Chicken: Big juicy bites of marinated chicken served with thai basil aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Popcorn Chicken: Big juicy bites of marinated chicken dusted with house blend spicy seasoning and served with thai chili aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mapo Tots: Tater tots topped with mapo tofu style seasoning/sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Naked Tots: Served with ketchup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Fall/Winter Seasonals
- The Triple Strawberry Matcha: 100% real strawberries, strawberry puree, matcha latte, and strawberry cold foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Black Sesame Latte: Creamy oat latte mixed with housemade black sesame puree topped with Black Sesame Cold Foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Vineyard Green Tea: Green tea shaken with real grape and pear juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Carrot Cake Latte: Real fresh carrot juice, vanilla, baking spices, and vanilla cold foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions about Bopomofo
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers praise the high-quality, freshly prepared burgers, the intimate and pleasant atmosphere, and the accommodating, timely service.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Chinese cafe offers a casual, pleasant setting with a menu featuring fresh burgers, tacos, and artisanal teas.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Bopomofo specializes in Chinese cuisine, featuring artisanal teas and modern Taiwanese-inspired dishes like popcorn chicken, scallion pancake wraps, and mapo tots.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Bopomofo by visiting their official website at https://bopomofocafe.com/.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Bopomofo offers a vibrant, modern, and intimate setting with a pleasant atmosphere characterized by timely service and playful sophistication.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports dairy-free, gluten-free, high-protein, low-cholesterol, nut-free, pescatarian, plant-based, vegan, and vegetarian diets across its menu.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain the specific number of reviews for Bopomofo.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features diverse Chinese-inspired fusion dishes including popcorn chicken, sandwiches, and tacos alongside a wide variety of artisanal teas.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests celebrate the kitchen's dedication to quality, praising the fresh burgers, intimate setting, and accommodating, timely service for a consistently enjoyable experience.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests enjoy an intimate and pleasant setting with a modern, vibrant atmosphere complemented by accommodating and timely service.
- Is Bopomofo dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bopomofo has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naked Tots, Vegetarian Popcorn Chicken and Shaken Espresso.
- What can I eat at Bopomofo on a dairy-free diet?
- Naked Tots, Vegetarian Popcorn Chicken and Shaken Espresso carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bopomofo have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Naked Tots and Shaken Espresso.
- Is Bopomofo gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bopomofo?
- Carrot Cake Latte, at roughly 35.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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